Product of: United Kingdom

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First brewed in 1996 and originally known simply as Sharp’s Special Ale, this bitter was relaunched in March 2016 as ‘Sea Fury’ Special Ale. IBU: 33

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 12/04/2016

Appearance:

(sample best before 14/Mar/17) Clear, chestnut brown with moderately thick beige head and spotted lacing.

Aroma:

Carmel, bready malt and toffee fudge with chocolate and mocha coffee.

Taste:

Medium bodied, caramel, bready malts and mild pine hop bitterness with baked berry fruitiness.

Aftertaste:

Bready caramel and mild pine hop bitterness.

Overall:

Bready caramel malt with moderately bitter piney hops.